2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Micra (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Rio | Micra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |